Have a Plan in Place when Disaster Strikes

No one is immune from the possible effects of a disaster, but preparing ahead of time and having an emergency plan in place can help to keep our horses safe and out of harm’s way.
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Ice storms, blizzards, floods, and tornadoes. Disasters often strike without warning, as demonstrated recently by the December ice storm that wreaked havoc on hundreds of thousands residents in Ontario, the Maritimes, and the northeastern United States with downed tree limbs and power lines. Many were without power for days, while for others it was weeks, which meant no heat or water.

No one is immune from the possible effects of a disaster, but preparing ahead of time and having an emergency plan in place can help to keep our horses safe and out of harm’s way.

Plan it Out

Being aware of the possible risks in your region is the first step toward preparing for any possible disaster that has the potential to cause a short term or long term disruption to you, your family and your animals

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